Trainee Recruitment Consultant (IT)

TL;DR

Trainee Recruitment Consultant (IT Recruitment): Sourcing and interviewing candidates for major technology brands in the UK with an accent on candidate delivery and networking. Focus on headhunting, building long-term client relationships, and negotiating terms of engagement.

Location: Leeds, York, or Ipswich, UK

Salary: £24,000 + Commission

Company

A high-growth recruitment agency specializing in the UK technology market, focusing on long-term partnerships and recruitment innovation.

What you will do

• Source candidates through headhunting and networking across the technology sector.
• Interview candidates to assess suitability and manage the end-to-end offer process.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and future technology clients.
• Attend client meetings to explore new business opportunities and negotiate terms of engagement.
• Develop a professional brand using Social Media, specifically LinkedIn.

Requirements

• Experience in IT & Technology recruitment, customer service, or sales.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a strong, disciplined work ethic.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build professional networks and maintain relationships.
• Comfortable with Social Media Branding and LinkedIn.
• High level of attention to detail.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive basic salary with uncapped earning potential and lucrative commission.
• Bespoke Learning and Development Training Program with external providers.
• Clear and structured career progression paths.
• Bi-annual incentive trips to European destinations like Marbella, Barcelona, and Amsterdam.
• Quarterly lunch clubs and team social events.
• Friday early finish and childcare vouchers.